To progress in a career in health, you need formal qualifications.

Starting with a year’s foundation is a way to build your knowledge of health topics, science and research, so that you can then progress onto a degree programme and take your career forward.

The foundation programme for Health Professions is year zero of selected degree courses in Health Professions and Nursing and Midwifery at UWE Bristol.

If you don’t have formal qualifications or meet the normal entry requirements, but can demonstrate relevant life experience and commitment to this area, we will consider your application.

Spend a year getting a solid grounding in science and healthcare-related topics on this springboard into higher education.

Study areas of human biology, psychology, sociology and research, and get the knowledge, skills and confidence you need to take the next step in your education and career.

Most of the teaching takes place at the City of Bristol College, although you’ll also be taught at our Glenside Campus.

Both sites have outstanding learning facilities, and you’ll be taught by an inspirational, supportive team, who’ll help you get ready for your degree course.

The teaching staff understand what’s required to succeed at the next level and the course is designed to get you academically and mentally ready.

You’ll engage with students already studying healthcare degrees to get a better understanding of what’s involved.

Staff will be on hand to offer practical support and give informal advice on your career options.